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Portugal (Medicine)

Portugal (pronunciation: /ˈpɔːrtʃʊɡəl/; Portuguese: Portugal, pronounced [puɾtuˈɣal]) is a country located mostly on the Iberian Peninsula, in southwestern Europe. In the context of medicine, Portugal has made significant contributions to various medical fields and has a well-developed healthcare system.

Etymology

The name Portugal first appeared in the 9th century, during the Reconquista over the Muslims. The name derives from the Roman-Celtic place name Portus Cale.

Healthcare in Portugal

The healthcare system in Portugal is characterized by three coexisting systems: the National Health Service (Serviço Nacional de Saúde, SNS), special social health insurance schemes for certain professions (health subsystems) and voluntary private health insurance.

Medical Education in Portugal

Medical education in Portugal is provided by several public and private universities. The degree in Medicine requires 6 years of full-time formal education.

Medical Research in Portugal

Medical research in Portugal is conducted in various public and private institutions, including universities and hospitals, as well as in specialized research centers.

Notable Portuguese Medical Figures

Several Portuguese figures have made significant contributions to the field of medicine, including Egas Moniz, a neurologist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1949 for his pioneering work in the development of cerebral angiography.

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